A West Virginia man has admitted to his role in a firearms conspiracy, sparking concerns about gun safety in the region.
In a shocking turn of events, Harry Anderson Sprouse, III, of Maidsville, West Virginia, pleaded guilty to one count of Aiding and Abetting the False Statement in Connection with the Acquisition of Firearms. This admission comes after a thorough investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives into the December 2020 firearms conspiracy in Marion County.
According to court documents, Sprouse, 53, worked with another individual to illegally purchase two pistols from a licensed dealer. This egregious act of gun trafficking has been met with severe consequences, with Sprouse facing up to 10 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $250,000.
Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant. This means that Sprouse’s sentence will be determined by a careful analysis of the circumstances surrounding his crimes.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Zelda E. Wesley is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government, bringing much-needed justice to the community. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible gun ownership and the severe consequences of gun trafficking.
The case was heard before U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael Aloi at the federal courthouse in Clarksburg, West Virginia.
Harry Anderson Sprouse, III, a 53-year-old resident of Maidsville, West Virginia, has been charged with aiding and abetting the false statement in connection with the acquisition of firearms. He pleaded guilty to the crime on an unspecified date in 2024.
Sprouse faces up to 10 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $250,000. He has been charged under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, which take into account the seriousness of the offense and any prior criminal history.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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